Lateral epicondylitis, or tennis elbow, is a common repetitive strain injury (RSI) of the flexor tendons resulting in pain in the forearm or elbow. And despite the name, repetitive workplace actions, not tennis, is the most common way to develop it. Approximately 1-3% of Americans annually suffer from tennis elbow. Yet despite the common occurrence…
With allergy seasons growing longer and a big season of common cold infections, I’ve got more and more clients struggling with sinus headaches and stubborn congestion. Clients often wonder if massage can be helpful, or if a massage will just make them feel more stuffy. First, please don’t come for a massage when you are…
Do You Want Your Pain Relief to Last Longer After a Massage? You have pain, you like massage but you want the results to be long lasting. When you feel the pain come back you may think oh no! Is this something I have to do all the time or maybe the massage is not…
Financial support Wow, Snow in Texas. What da ya know? Hi there folks, I hope you are hanging in there during this Polar Vortex and I hope you have water and power to keep you warm, hydrated and clean. This is not an educational newsletter like others in the past. This is a big thank…
Yes, you can massage yourself at home. No, it won’t be as great as booking an appointment with me (obviously!). But the same way that brushing and flossing between dentist visits keeps your teeth and gums healthier for longer, self-massage can prolong the benefits of your sessions and help keep pain and stiffness at bay.…
Kobe Bryant (basketball), Roger Clemens (baseball), Eric Decker (football), Maria Sharapova (tennis). Four pro athletes; four different sports. Yet what do they all have in common? Rotator cuff injury. But rotator cuff injuries are common in non-athletes as well. Falls, car accidents, overuse/repetitive stress (from work or hobbies), and age are all reasons you may…
I hope you folks are doing well and not going stir crazy from best practices such as social distancing during this crazy time in our lives. One day last week, I had to get up and move around from sitting too long reading news about COVID 19 and in particular about how to apply for…
When you think of massage therapy, what comes to mind? Perhaps you consider those aches and pains in your shoulders and neck, or maybe your sore, tired, or swollen legs, or even a way you can cope with excess stress. However, the therapeutic nature of massage therapy extends far beyond just relieving stiff muscles or…
If you’re reading this, chances are you know the value of a truly great massage. Especially on hard days or during periods of stress or pain, we all look forward to the physical and emotional benefits you can get from a massage. But what can you do if your massage isn’t quite cutting it? When…
How Massage Can Help Athletes Year-Round You’re a true athlete. You’re used to working hard, exhausting your body, and developing your mental stamina— as well as your physical stamina— year round. Even in the off-season, you don’t quit. You’re used to spending your downtime preparing for the next season, and getting faster, stronger, and better…